Senior Director, Major & Principal Gifts
Department: Financial Resource Development
Location: Miami, FL
Reports to: Executive Vice President
Employment Type: Full-time / Exempt
Job Description Summary
The Greater Miami Jewish Federation seeks a senior-level relationship builder to engage a rapidly growing population of high and ultra-high net worth Jewish individuals and families who have relocated to Miami in recent years. This is a rare opportunity to shape how a new generation of philanthropists connects to Jewish life, communal responsibility, and lasting impact. The Senior Director will manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors with an emphasis on discovery and relationship building, working closely with senior leadership and lay leaders.
This is a frontline fundraising role focused on building philanthropic relationships where they do not yet exist. The Senior Director will serve as a key architect of the Federation’s new-philanthropy strategy and a critical member of the team that will launch a multi-hundred million dollar capital and endowment campaign.
Join a collaborative and mission-focused team dedicated to honoring memory, educating the public, and supporting our community.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Identify, qualify, and cultivate high-capacity donors.
- Develop customized long-term donor engagement strategies.
- Conduct in-person donor engagement and solicit major gifts across all streams of income.
- Build and advance a robust $100,000+ donor pipeline.
- Partner with executive and lay leadership.
- Recruit and manage select volunteers.
- Design curated donor engagement experiences.
- Track donor engagement using best practices.
What Success Looks Like
- Strong portfolio of newly engaged donors.
- Advancement of multiple six- and seven-figure opportunities.
- Increased Federation presence among newly arrived potential donors.
- Scalable new-philanthropy strategies established.
Qualifications & Skills
- Demonstrated success with major or principal gifts.
- Proven ability to build donor relationships from scratch.
- High discretion and comfort working with wealth.
- Strategic thinker with excellent communication skills.
- Experience in universities, healthcare, or cultural institutions encouraged.
- Knowledge of Jewish philanthropy a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation & Benefits
The Greater Miami Jewish Federation offers a competitive salary range of $170,000–$200,000, with final compensation determined based on experience, performance history, and demonstrated ability to secure and steward major and principal gifts. A comprehensive benefits package is provided, and additional considerations such as relocation assistance may be available.
The Greater Miami Jewish Federation offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Group life insurance
- 401(a) & 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and 13–21 paid holidays annually
- Parental leave benefit
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Professional development opportunities
- A collaborative, mission-driven work environment
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.
This position is not sedentary and requires regular walking, standing, and moving throughout the building and grounds. The Facilities Manager must be able to inspect facilities, access various areas of the building, and oversee or assist with physical setup activities. The role occasionally requires lifting or carrying items up to 25 pounds, such as event materials or supplies. Responding to facility emergencies may involve climbing stairs, entering mechanical areas, or moving quickly to resolve urgent issues. The position also requires the ability to work on-site for extended periods and comfortably navigate both indoor and outdoor environments.
Equal Opportunity Statement
As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation celebrates and welcomes people of all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking.
About The Greater Miami Jewish Federation
Since 1938, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation has been a unifying force for Jewish community-building and philanthropy. We work to enrich the quality of Jewish life in Miami-Dade County by bringing comfort and hope to the vulnerable and by investing in programs that build Jewish knowledge, identity and peoplehood ensuring the next generation of Jews.
The Annual Federation Campaign raises tens of millions of dollars each year to fund agencies locally including Jewish day schools, synagogue religious schools and Jewish community centers, as well as numerous social-service programs to care for those in need in Miami.
The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is always looking for dedicated professionals who share our values.
Thank you for considering a career with The Greater Miami Jewish Federation!
Application Process:
Please submit your resume to [email protected]
